After testing, people determined that if you would crush your hand hard enough to break the chip,it is very likely that your bone structure is beyond “broken”. As a mech Eng I work a lot with heavy engines and parts,got my hands cut and crushed a couple of time and I must admit that the only time the chip did hurt myself was when a dog bit me directly on it. 2 days after it was brand new,still working.

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